Owned since new?

Owned for how long?

Buy this make again?

Price and equipment10.0/10

For the price, the level of equipment and finish is sensational. The internal styling still cuts it 6 years on. The cloth trim is still in perfect condition, very hard wearing.

Under the bonnet6.0/10

1.8 with a full payload of adults and the air con going struggles a little, however, dropping back a gear or two and the little engine happily pulls along between 3,000 and 5,000 revs.

How it drives8.0/10

Point it and she goes there. A little nose heavy (of course) but a relatively wide track, sensational tyres (15 inch Michelin Pilot Preceda's)and lots of feedback from the steering makes for a sporty feel when you ask for it.

Comfort and practicality8.0/10

Very comfortable and practical. Has great interior headroom especially (I'm 185cm) and I fit comfortably. Visibility is great too.

Servicing and running costs6.0/10

Only downside is that dealer servicing over the life of the car has tended to be expensive, having said that, the car has never let me down, not once.

Aesthetics and styling8.0/10

Pretty good. A bit of a "sensible" hatch, but the 15 inch alloys, driving lights and factory tinted windows give it a nice look. Colour coded bumpers and door handles as standard is great stuff too. Interior is first class, great quality fabrics and plastics that look as good as new 6 years on.

Safety and security8.0/10

I've tested the ABS on occasions and so far so good! Key less entry and immobiliser as standard.

Quality and reliability8.0/10

Quality finish inside and out. No trouble from the car ever.

Overall verdict10.0/10

Sensational car! Versatile, reliable, economical with just a little sportiness. All the features you need plus more space than you think. A quality round town car that's easy to drive and park, yet sits comfortably on the highway. High quality equipment and finishes inside and out make this an ideal first car or second family car. Only reason we're not buying another one is that we need a station wagon. I'd recommend this car to anyone.